Flag of Bermuda
Flag NameFlag of Bermuda
Country NameBermuda
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BM
Date Adopted1910-10-04
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsRed, Blue, White, Yellow, Green, Brown
Symbolism DescriptionThe red ensign signifies Bermuda's status as a British overseas territory and its maritime heritage. The Union Jack in the canton represents its link to the United Kingdom. The coat of arms, granted in 1910, depicts a red lion, a symbol of Britain, holding a shield. The shield bears a representation of the shipwreck of the *Sea Venture* in 1609, a foundational event that led to the permanent settlement of Bermuda.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerN/A
Has Coat of Armstrue
Canton DetailsFeatures the Union Jack, which represents the United Kingdom.
Related FlagsUnion Flag, Flag of the Cayman Islands, Flag of the British Virgin Islands
Legal DescriptionThe flag's design and use are defined by local legislation and British royal warrants, specifying it as a defaced Red Ensign.
Description
A red ensign with the Union Jack in the canton and the coat of arms of Bermuda in the fly. The coat of arms depicts a red lion holding a shield, which bears a representation of the shipwreck of the *Sea Venture*.
